1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 524 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sentra | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
